Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-driven organization is seeking a Procurement Category Manager in Bradford to oversee Facilities Management procurement. Ideal candidates will have extensive procurement experience, particularly in biotechnology, and a strong background in contract negotiations. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits while requiring a hybrid working model with onsite presence three days a week.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience in Facilities Management.
• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement.
• Manage procurement for subcategories like Laboratory Equipment.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities.

Skills

Procurement

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Management

Market Analysis

Education

BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management

MCIPS qualification or working towards it

Job description

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Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, Bradford

Client:

CK Group

Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

CK Group is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager, Facilities Management, to join a growing research facility in Bradford, on a permanent basis. This role is hybrid, requiring on-site presence three days a week.

The Company:

A research-driven organization led by scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. The new campus will feature state-of-the-art R&D facilities, laboratories, oncology clinics, and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications, integrating biomedical science, engineering, and public health.

The Role:

Seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Procurement Category Manager to oversee Hard and Soft FM services and categories such as Laboratory Equipment and Services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies for Facilities Management procurement, including M&E maintenance, cleaning, security, catering, workplace services, and minor construction works.
• Manage procurement for related subcategories, including Laboratory Equipment and technical services.
• Lead tendering, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award activities, ensuring value, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, including Facilities, Real Estate, Laboratory Managers, Health & Safety, Finance, and Legal teams.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to identify cost-saving, service improvement, innovation, and sustainability opportunities.

Your Background:

• Extensive procurement experience, especially in Facilities Management sourcing.
• Experience in procuring laboratory equipment and services within an FM context.
• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical environments.
• Proven contract negotiation skills.
• BSc in Procurement, Facilities Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it.
• Competitive salary with excellent benefits.